17..... Bleeding cooling system for charge air cooler (N63): Notes

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Special tools required

00 2 030

WARNING: Risk of scalding!
Open sealing cap only after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: Cooling system for charge air cooler has a separate cooling circuit

Coolant is added at charge air cooler expansion tank.

Electric coolant pump!

FOLLOW NOTES FOR CARRYING OUT REPAIR WORK ON THE COOLING SYSTEM !

IMPORTANT: Lifetime coolant filling:

Never reuse used coolant!

When replacing and removing components which rely on the corrosion protection effect of the coolant, it is essential to change the coolant. The cooling system must therefore be drained and refilled.

In the case of other removal work involving the draining of part quantities of coolant, replace these quantities which have been drained with new coolant.

IMPORTANT: Risk of skidding due to coolant on the floor.

Danger of injury!

Catch and dispose of drained coolant in drip tray (1) and if necessary special tool 00 2 030 (universal hydraulic lifting equipment).

Recycling:

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Fig 1: Identifying Drip Tray And Special Tool (00 2 030)

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IMPORTANT: The following bleeding procedure is necessary when a part is replaced in the cooling system or when the cooling system is refilled.

Top up coolant.

Coolant is added at charge air cooler expansion tank.

Use only approved COOLANT .

Observe mixture ratio: 50% antifreeze and 50% water. In severely cold areas, the antifreeze can be increased to 60% which provides freezing protection down to-62°F (-52°C). Do not exceed a 60% ratio of antifreeze.

Fig 2: Locating Coolant Level

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